Plug-In Design of the Microneedle Electrode Array for Multi-Parameter Biochemical Sensing in Gouty Arthritis.

Journal: ACS Sensors
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Abstract

Gouty arthritis is one of the most common forms of inflammatory arthritis and has brought a significant burden on patients and society. Current strategies for managing gout primarily focus on long-term urate-lowering therapy. With the rapid advancement of point-of-care testing (POCT) technology, continuous monitoring of gout-related biomarkers like uric acid (UA) or inflammatory cytokines can provide rapid and personalized diagnosis for gout management. In this study, a plug-in design of a microneedle electrode array (PIMNA) was developed and integrated into a multi-parameter sensing portable system in combination with embedded circuits and a mobile application. The system enabled real-time, in situ, and dynamic monitoring of biomarkers, including UA, reactive oxygen species (ROS), and pH at gouty joints. The multi-parameter monitoring system demonstrated a wide linear response range, excellent selectivity, stability, reproducibility, and reliable signal transmission performance. In vivo experiments demonstrated the real-time monitoring capability of PIMNA for UA, ROS, and pH, showing the potential to facilitate urate-lowering management and inflammation assessment. Prospectively, the system enables quantitative analysis of the complexity and diversity of gout, presenting promising applications in clinical practice. This work provides a unique strategy with potential for broader applications in gout management and arthritic disease treatment.

Authors
Zhibo Liu, Xinshuo Huang, Zhengjie Liu, Shantao Zheng, Chuanjie Yao, Tao Zhang, Shuang Huang, Junrui Zhang, Jizhuang Wang, Shady Farah, Xi Xie, Hui-jiuan Chen
Relevant Conditions

Arthritis, Gout

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